Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 12, 2024

The World Governments Summit (WGS) values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you visit our website www.worldgovernmentsummit.org (the "Site").

By using our Site, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the Site.

Information We Collect

We may collect two types of information when you interact with our Site:

Personal Information

Personal information is data that can be used to identify you individually. We may collect the following personal information when you visit our Site, register for an event, subscribe to a newsletter, or fill out a form:

Name

Email address

Phone number

Job title and organization

Mailing address

Any other information you voluntarily provide

Non-Personal Information

Non-personal information refers to data that cannot be used to identify you. This may include:

Browser type and version

Operating system and device type

IP address

Referring website

Pages viewed on our Site

Date and time of access

Geolocation information

This data is collected through the use of cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and improve our Site.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect in the following ways:

To provide services and features, including processing event registrations, sending tickets, and delivering relevant content or services based on your interests.

To communicate with you, including sending you information about our events, updates, newsletters, or other relevant news related to the World Governments Summit.

To improve our Site. We use non-personal information to analyze user behavior on our Site to improve user experience, functionality, and security.

To personalize your experience. We may use your information to tailor content and services to suit your preferences.

How We Protect Your Information

We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

Encryption of sensitive data during transmission.

Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.

Limiting access to personal data to only those employees or contractors who need it to perform their duties.

However, no method of data transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, so while we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that allow us to recognize your browser and capture certain information. These technologies help us:

Analyze trends and track users’ movements on the Site.

Improve our services and the functionality of the Site.

Personalize content and advertisements.

You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the Site.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party service providers, such as email marketing platforms and analytics providers, to assist in the operation of our Site. These third parties may have access to your personal information in order to perform services on our behalf, but they are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

We may also link to third-party websites for additional information or services. These websites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices. Please review the privacy policies of these third-party sites before providing any personal information.

Sharing Your Information

We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following situations:

With trusted third parties who assist in operating the Site, conducting business, or providing services to you, as long as they agree to keep your information confidential.

With our affiliates, event sponsors, or partners for the purpose of providing you with event-related communications or services.

We may disclose your personal information when required to do so by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.

If you believe the information we hold is incorrect, you can request that we correct or update it.

You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal or contractual obligations.

You can unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by following the "unsubscribe" link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the link at the bottom of this page.

Changes to the Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date."

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us using the link at the bottom of this page.

By using our Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.